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A Conversation With POrkR0LL: Supporting Independent Artists From All Angles
Dive into the world of POrkR0LL, where independent artists find support from all angles.
Meet Quedronol: The MIC Mag's July 2026 Musician of the Month!
Meet Quedronol: The MIC Mag's July Musician of the Month.
Blending folk, electronica, and shoegaze into something all his own, this San Francisco-rooted, NYC-based artist has spent the last few years turning nostalgia and love into sound. Three albums deep (plus a brand new anniversary edition), with Quedronol, genre isn't a box, it's a playground.
The Making Of "Let Me Give You A Good Day:" 5 Fast Facts with Frederick James
The Making Of "Let Me Give You A Good Day:" 5 Fast Facts with Frederick James
*Holiday* On The MIC with Lavender Disaster performing "Solstice Carole," a Pagan Yule Song
This week, Christine of Lavender Disaster delivers an intimate acoustic of one of her favorite holiday tracks, "Solstice Carole" (A Pagan Yule Song).
Ela Martini On The MIC Performing her Original Track "Shy Girl" for Pride Month
Celebrate Pride Month with Ela Martini as she performs her original, "Shy Girl" On The MIC.
The Joe Grisanzio Band On The MIC Performing Alicia Keys' "If I Ain't Got You" LIVE at Pocono Pride
In this special On The MIC episode, we're spotlighting a soulful moment from Pocono Pride as The Joe Grisanzio Band puts their own powerful spin on Alicia Keys’ timeless ballad "If I Ain’t Got You."
The Quivering Palm 'Perpetual Motion Vol. 2': an Album That Keeps Going
The Quivering Palm 'Perpetual Motion Vol. 2': an Album That Keeps Going
Mourning Coffee Embraces the Awkward in New Song “Fight or Flight”
Mourning Coffee Embraces the Awkward in New Song “Fight or Flight”
Frederick James Refuses "Walking Through Hell" in New Single
Frederick James Refuses "Walking Through Hell" in New Single
A Conversation With POrkR0LL: Supporting Independent Artists From All Angles
Dive into the world of POrkR0LL, where independent artists find support from all angles.
The Making Of "Let Me Give You A Good Day:" 5 Fast Facts with Frederick James
The Making Of "Let Me Give You A Good Day:" 5 Fast Facts with Frederick James
A Deep Dive Into "(feels like) nothing at all," With boredslide: 5 Fast Facts
A Deep Dive Into "(feels like) nothing at all," With Boredslide: 5 Fast Facts
Understanding Music Royalties: A Guide for Indie Artists
Did you know you could be missing out on royalties you've already earned?
Black Queer Artists That Are Reshaping the Music Industry
Each of these black queer artists has been pushing to the forefront in their own unique way and stopping at nothing to be heard.
You're Invited! Pride Fests Near You 2026
Pride Month is almost here, and with it comes the anticipation of when and where Pride Festivals will be taking place! Well, anticipate no more; here are 20+ Pride Festivals for you to attend in New Jersey and New York!
Montclair Porchfest: Where Each Porch Becomes a Stage
Want to know what Montclair Porchfest 2026 had in store this weekend? We checked out the porches, caught up with artists, and spoke to the community this Saturday.
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW: Mourning Coffee Set to Host Release Party for New Album April 25th, 2026
Join Mourning Coffee's album release party on April 25th! Experience "A Slow Hearse Leaves Everyone Yearning" live with Mourning Coffee.
How To Release a Song in 2024: Rollout & Checklist - MASTERCLASS By The MIC MG & The Vault on July 16th!
This event is The MIC MG's first-ever masterclass, and we're so excited! We hope you can join us on July 16th at 6 p.m. in Boonton, NJ!
The MIC's Indie Christmas List: New Holiday Spotify Playlist!
Discover the ultimate Indie Christmas List Playlist on Spotify! Jam out to new holiday favorites from independent musicians. Happy Holidays!
NEW Genre Spotify Playlists! Pop, Rock, R&B and more!
In our May Monthly Roundup, we mentioned that we've started new genre playlists. As July kicks off, the playlists continue to grow with...
Sounds That Made The MIC: The MIC's 2022 GOLD
This year, was a big one for The MIC! We celebrated our second year anniversary, we started our very first YouTube series, and we covered...
Meet Quedronol: The MIC Mag's July 2026 Musician of the Month!
Meet Quedronol: The MIC Mag's July Musician of the Month.
Blending folk, electronica, and shoegaze into something all his own, this San Francisco-rooted, NYC-based artist has spent the last few years turning nostalgia and love into sound. Three albums deep (plus a brand new anniversary edition), with Quedronol, genre isn't a box, it's a playground.
Meet Alexa Tabbacchino: The MIC Mag's June Pride 2026 Musician of the Month!
Meet Alexa Tabbacchino: The MIC Mag's June Pride Musician of the Month! ⚡️ Growing up, South Jersey's Alexa Tabbacchino wrote songs in secret, and now she's a self-made singer, songwriter, and producer! Read more about her in The MIC Mag and stream her debut EP, Evergreen, out now! 🌿
The MIC Mag's May 2026 Month Issue!
Dive into The MIC Mag's Monthly Issue, where you can see who we've featured and what we've had on repeat all month long!
Reflecting on Philophobic: Absolutely Nothing with Jake Jones: Five Fast Facts
Through inspiration from pop, rap, and R&B, Jake Jones speaks directly from the heart in his new album, Philophobic: Absolutely Nothing. Check out the article to see into his songwriting and recording process, as well as the steps that led him to where he is at now🎤🎵
Suede Aces: The Sound of Classic Rock Reborn
Rooted in NJ, Suede Aces is a hard rock and blues band blending gritty soul, raw emotion, and powerful musicianship. Inspired by Led Zeppelin, Janis Joplin, and Aretha Franklin, the band delivers a sound that feels both classic and fresh. The band's lead vocalist Lily Slix, alongside brothers Darrin and Tommy Bell built a reputation for Suede Aces to perform explosive live shows and have an authentic rock energy. Bassist Gareth “Gort” Odendaal and rhythm guitarist Jerry Reave
How a Shakespeare Misquotation inspired Lily Forte’s Album, 'Don’t Gild The Lily'
How a Shakespeare Misquotation inspired Lily Forte’s Album, 'Don’t Gild The Lily'
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Exclusive Interview with Jeff Petescia on his Double Single Drop, "Stompin' Around" and "I Can't Hide"
Exclusive Interview with Jeff Petescia on his Double Single Drop, "Stompin' around" and "I Can't Hide"
Oct 17, 2025
Five Fast Facts with Pan Arcadia: From Brooklyn Cellars to Indie Rock and Their Latest Single, "Dynamics"
Learn all about Pan Arcadia's journey from Brooklyn cellars to indie rock and their latest single, "Dynamics" in our latest Five Fast Facts!
Dec 26, 2024
Five Fast Facts with Holly Bruce on her Hopeful Record "Love Remains"
Discover the compelling journey of Holly Bruce and her hopeful record "Love Remains". Explore her musical background and recording process.
Sep 3, 2024
Five Fast Facts with JD Hinton on his latest release "The Other Side"
Explore five fast facts with JD Hinton on his latest release "The Other Side" as he shares the story behind the song and his musical journey
Aug 13, 2024
Five Fast Facts: Laini and the Wildfire 'Hold On To Your Soul'
Discover Five Fast Facts about Laini and the Wildfire's latest release, 'Hold On To Your Soul.'
Dec 6, 2023
Five Fast Facts with Mike Freund on his latest single "Kicking Dirt"
Discover the Five Fast Facts about Mike Freund's latest single "Kicking Dirt" in this exclusive interview.
Nov 30, 2023
Five Fast Facts: Dirty Mitts' "Women"
In the realm of music, there are those who scrub and scrub, trying to wash away the mundane, but the stubborn dirt of conformity just...
Sep 26, 2023
Exclusive Interview: Edie Yvonne stays "On Your Mind" with new single
At just 14 years old, Edie Yvonne already has so many creative irons in the fire. From being a singer-songwriter to being an actress,...
Aug 15, 2023
Exclusive Interview with Love Island USA Star tiger del flor on her New Single"shut up and kiss me!"
Inspired by bands like Nirvana and Hole and growing up on the Seattle grunge scene, tiger del flor began her musical journey fronting an...
Jul 26, 2023
Five Fast Facts: Maria Alexa's "Comfortable"
Maria Alexa began singing at age four after being inspired by her father's infatuation with music. Throughout her childhood, she used...
Jul 12, 2023
Five Fast Facts: Window Weather's "Out From Under"
Window Weather is an indie rock band based in the Jersey City/Brooklyn area founded in 2019 by the songwriting duo Evan Dibbs and Georgia...
Jul 5, 2023
Five Fast Facts: Diana Omar's "Bring Me Down"
From Maryland comes Diana Omar, a singer-songwriter and incoming freshman at Yale University. She started her musical journey with...
Jun 7, 2023
Joe Billy: Exclusive Interview with the Angsty Bob Dylan on His Fourth Studio Album 'Fissure'
He just released his fourth full-length album Fissure and sat down with The MIC's Stef to discuss his latest project 'Fissure.'
May 24, 2023
Five Fast Facts: Jai Winter's "JUMP"
Jai Winter is a Philly native rapper and engineer. Pulling inspiration from his musical heroes like Kendrick Lamar and Nipsey Hussle, Jai...
May 9, 2023
Five Fast Facts: Charles Grace's Latest Single "Thousand Times"
Southern Californian singer-songwriter Charles Grace used his foundation in his classical guitar studies to write his own music. He wrote...
Mar 23, 2023
Five Fast Facts: Gabe Chiarello's "Selections from the Prayer Lair"
Coping with the weight of grief, Chiarello turns to songwriting to express his emotions. Gabe Chiarello, a New Jersey singer-songwriter, rel
Mar 21, 2023
Five Fast Facts: Wishful Thinking's "Consequences"
After coming across Wishful Thinking's "Consequences" music video, The MIC knew we had to chat with these guys. Here's five fast facts...
Dec 14, 2022
The One Man Band(s): An Exclusive Interview with Justin Bruce
From Angleton Texas comes Justin Bruce. Leader and mainly the sole member of three bands of different genres, "Shame the Masses,"...
Oct 21, 2022
Five Fast Facts: Mardi Lumsden "nineteen"
The MIC had the pleasure of speaking to award-winning Australian indie-pop artist Mardi Lumsden about her latest track, 'nineteen.'
Oct 18, 2022
Let's Get Down to the "Root"s of Connor Bracken and the Mother Leeds Band's Latest Track
In 2020, The MIC spoke to Asbury Park's Connor Bracken and the Mother Leeds Band after they released their record, Nightbird Motel. This...
Jul 22, 2022
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